Van life, or the lifestyle in which people live out of a vehicle in a semi-nomadic manner, has surged in popularity in recent years, leading to a lot more people considering it than ever would before. But this is a pretty extreme choice, and you should definitely do your research before planning to commit to it. So here is everything you need to know about van life.
It’s Not Cheap
While buying and living in a van is definitely cheaper than a house, it can still cost a pretty penny to get it all set up. You can expect to drop several thousand dollars on the van, supplies to convert it into a livable space, and parking permits and gas.
Adventures Come Good and Bad
Most people get into van life because they’re looking for adventure—and adventure you will get—but it’s important to be prepared for the fact that some adventures are fun and others are scary, intense, lonely, and weird. It’s not always a blast.
You Won’t Have an Address
Something people don’t often think about is the true implications of living a nomadic lifestyle. Not having a permanent address will make it harder to get mail, vote, get an ID, and so on.
That all being said, it can be more than worth it. You just need to know what you’re getting yourself into.